Nick Butterworth

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  • Bibliography:
    77 Books (1 Series)
  • First Book:
    November 1985
  • Latest Book:
    June 2025
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Full Series List in Order

Percy the Park Keeper

One Snowy Night (Jan-2003)
Percy's Bumpy Ride (May-2011)
The Treasure Hunt (Jul-2011)

Book List in Order: 77 titles

  • Nativity Play

  • The Little Gate

    Part of a series of story books that are designed to help develop children's sense of the meaning of words and sentences, the structure of language and the shape of letter clusters and words. The pictures serve to help the children read the words and...

  • The Rich Farmer

    An exciting re-launch of this delightful series taking the single titles to eight in total. The Rich Farmer tells the story of how every year he grew more and more corn until his barns were bursting. All his neighbours thought he must be very cleve...

  • The Ten Silver Coins

  • The School Trip

  • Nick Butterworth's Book of Nursery Rhymes

  • Amanda's Butterfly

  • Busy People

  • One Blowy Night



  • Jasper's Beanstalk

  • Field Day

  • Two Sons

  • Precious Pearl

    A wealthy merchant sacrifices all his material possessions to acquire an expensive pearl in this modern day retelling of the parable (Matthew 13:45) likening the kingdom of heaven to a pearl of great price....

  • The Cat's Story

  • The Puffin Book of Nursery Rhymes

    With over 250 nursery rhymes, including both well-known favourites and hidden gems, this collection has something for every child. Beautiful illustrated by Raymond Briggs, the much-loved creator of the Snowman, this revised edition of a famous classi...

  • All Together Now

    A toddler and his favorite stuffed animals--including a Millie, Whitey, George, Hippo, Wilson, and Croc--gather together for a picnic, and young readers are invited to join in the fun with interactive lift-flaps....

  • Making Faces

  • Jake Again

    Jake the dog and his owners are horrified to discover their local park is to be built on, unless enough money can be found to save it. They start raising funds, but when a developer double-crosses them, Jake saves the day by finding an ancient charte...

  • A Year in Percy's Park

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  • Jack in Trouble!

    A collection of three Jake tales. Jake is a troublesome but loveable dog. In Jake, he dreams of going to Crufts, and his football pitch is threatened in Jake Again. In Jake in Trouble, he is on holiday on a farm - but can he make friends with the far...

  • Jake in Trouble

    This third book of Jake's adventures tells of his holiday on a farm. At first he is lonely and miserable. He is a disaster at herding sheep and is snubbed by Shep, the resident sheepdog. Then Shep goes missing. Can Jake be the one to find him?...

  • Percy's Friend the Owl

    Wherever Percy is, his show-off friend the owl is never far away. Life is never dull in the park when the owl is about... In this brand new series Percy fans can find out more about each of their favourite animal characters. Each book includes storie...

  • Four Tales from Percy's Park

    Four adventures from everybody''s favourite park keeper.There''s always something happening in Percy''s park! Here are four adventures of everybody''s favourite park keeper and his animal friends.Featuring:The Secret PathThe Rescue PartyAfter the Sto...

  • One Snowy Night

    Percy the Park Keeper

    Percy the park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter’s night Percy discovers that his little friends need more than food, and he must think of a way to help them find a warm place to sleep for the night. Pe...

  • My Dad is Awesome

    When it’s time for Dad to shine, here’s a surefire way to make his day.

    He’s as strong as a gorilla, terrific at making things, and tells the funniest
    jokes in the world. Sound like a dad you know? Warm, funny illustrations
    live...

  • My Grandma is Wonderful

    For grandmas everywhere who hold a special spot in someone’s heart - and just love to be reminded of it.

    Did you hear about the grandma who buys the biggest ice cream cones and is always on your side when things go wrong? Readers of all ages...

  • My Mom is Excellent

    For moms everywhere who hold a special spot in someone’s heart - and just love to be reminded of it.

    Did you hear about the mom who can fix anything, tells the most exciting stories, and throws the best parties in the world? Readers of all a...

  • When There's Work to Do

  • My Grandpa is Amazing

    When it’s time for Grandpa to shine, here’s a surefire way to make his day.

    Do you know a grandpa who’s a terrific dancer and is very, very patient? Warm, funny illustrations liven up this unabashed love song to grandpas everywhere who a...



  • After the Storm

    A storm is raging outside and Percy the park keeper is having a sleepless night. When he gets up the following morning, Percy finds that the old oak tree has been blown down. It is a disaster for his animal friends who live there, but Percy is soon d...

  • Albert the Bear

    When Albert arrives in Mr. Jolly's toy shop, the other toys think he is the saddest-looking bear they have ever seen. Determined to cheer him up, the toys spring into action. But underneath his frown, Albert the bear has a surprise of his own. . ...

  • Albert Le Blanc

    An uplitfting story about a bear without a smile A very sad-looking French bear has arrived in the toy shop. His name is Albert le Blanc. The other toys plan a special show to cheer him up. Albert keeps trying to tell the toys he's not sad -- he just...

  • The Rescue Party

    It is a perfect day for doing nothing. But Percy's peaceful picnic is disturbed when a little rabbit meets with a nasty tumble into an old well. All the animals gather together with a huge rope to help pull the rabbit out. But all they tug from the w...

  • Q Pootle 5 in Space

    Q Pootle 5 is playing hide-and-seek with his friend, Oopsy, when three hungry bladder monsters arrive on the scene. Anxious they might be eaten, the friends fly their spaceships to safety on their huge friend, Planet Dave. Here, they hide behind Dave...

  • Making Books

    Would you like to find out who inspired the famous children’s book character, Percy the Park Keeper? The author and illustrator who created him, Nick Butterworth, invites us into his home to show us how he works, from the first spark of an idea ...

  • Percy and the Badger

    Nick Butterworth’s well known and much loved character Percy the Park Keeper stars in this beautifully told story for early readers. Percy tries to persuade a reluctant Badger to take a bath. Badger doesn’t want to, so Percy takes a bath inste...

  • Percy and the Rabbit

    Nick Butterworth’s well known and much loved character Percy the Park Keeper stars in this beautifully told story for early readers. When Percy’s cap, scarf and gloves go missing, they end up being used by some mischevious mice to decorate a s...

  • The Whisperer

    An edgy new picture book from the renowned creator of Percy the Park Keeper. Featuring an exciting new style of illustration and a thought-provoking plot, this stunning picture book is set to become a firm favourite.

    Two gangs of cats live i...

  • Percy the Park Keeper

    Percy the Park Keeper loves to spend time with his animal friends, and his work in the park keeps him very busy. Wherever Percy is, his animal friends are never far away. The animals often need Percy's help, and he is always there to lend a hand. Re...



  • My Dad Is Brilliant

  • A Present for Freddie Small

    Waaaa! This is the sound that comes from Freddie Small's bedroom as soon as the word bedtime is mentioned. His mom and dad are at their wit's end. They've tried everything to comfort him -- mom has tried reading (although she only succeeded in sendin...

  • Just Like Jasper!

    A bright, colourful picture book for very young children in which the reader helps Jasper choose how to spend his birthday money. Jasper plays with just about everything in the toyshop. But what will he eventually buy? Simple text with appealing illu...

  • Tiger in the Snow!

    Usually Tiger the kitten has lots of friends and it isn’t hard for him to find someone to play with. But one day, when everything is covered in a chilly white blanket of snow, Tiger’s fr...

  • Albert Le Blanc to the Rescue!

    The wonderful sequel to Albert le Blanc, from the highly-regarded creator of the Percy the Park Keeper books. Albert le Blanc's friend, Sally the toy hippo, has been bought by a little girl. Every day, they walk past the shop and Sally gives Albert ...

  • Albert the Bear to the Rescue

  • Q Pootle 5

    New format reissue of the first picture book featuring loveable little alien Q Pootle 5, from the creator of the popular Percy the Park Keeper series.

    Q Pootle 5 is on his way to a moon party when his rocket falls to Earth in need of some re...

  • Thud!

    Basil the Bushbaby, Spike the Porcupine, Humphrey the Crocodile, and all the other animals in the jungle are in a tizzy about the mysterious creature they call the Ugly Beast. But when they finally meet up with the creature, they discover that it’s...

  • Tiger

    Board book edition of popular picture book from the creator of Percy the Park Keeper.

    Tiger isn’t a real tiger. He’s a kitten. But sometimes when he plays he pretends to be a real Tiger.

    Children won’t be able to resist joining i...

  • Wonderful Earth!

    We have a wonderful Earth! The Creation story is shown in this colorful book through interactive elements such as lift the flap, turn the wheel, look in the mirror, and more. Kids will have hours of fun as they explore Creation and learn how they can...



  • Trixie

    Picture-book genius Nick Butterworth has created the lovable Trixie, a witch's cat who would do anything to be rid of her one white paw. Hocus pocus and all sorts of magic follow with the most hilarious results! But it's good to stand out from the cr...

  • The Secret Path

    Percy the Park Keeper is in for a surprise in this funny story from highly-regarded, bestselling author-illustrator Nick Butterworth. Includes a fabulous fold-out maze. It’s a beautiful spring morning and a perfect opportunity for Percy to trim ...

  • Percy's Bumpy Ride

    Percy the Park Keeper

    Percy the Park Keeper surprises his animal friends in this engaging story from highly-regarded, best-selling author-illustrator Nick Butterworth. Includes a fabulous fold-out page! Percy the park keeper has been busy in his workshop for days. As h...

  • The Treasure Hunt

    Percy the Park Keeper

    Percy the Park Keeper surprises his animal friends in this engaging story from highly-regarded, best-selling author-illustrator Nick Butterworth. Includes a fabulous fold-out poster Percy the park keeper is planning a treasure hunt. All his anima...

  • Jingle Bells

    Join some very enterprising mice in this funny, festive story from best-selling creator of Percy the Park Keeper, Nick Butterworth.Christmas time, a happy time â€" or so it should be. But for two small mice, Lottie and Jack, Christmas Eve is overshad...

  • Animal Tales from the Bible

    Someone was watching. Who was it? Find out in this collection of charming tales told from the viewpoints of furry and feathered friends who have encountered Jesus firsthand. These unique accounts of Jesus, brought to life through warm, playful prose ...

  • Favorite Parables from the Bible

    Jesus was a wonderful storyteller. His stories helped people see new things and to understand God's love in new ways. Superbly retold and delightfully illustrated by Nick Butterworth and Nick Inkpen, this collection of eight Biblical parables invites...

  • My Mum Is Fantastic

    The mum in this book is truly fantastic. She's a brilliant artist, she can balance on a tightrope, she can swim like a fish, do amazing stunts on a bike and she can even tame wild animals ... in fact, there's very little this astounding mum can't do....

  • One Springy Day

    A hilarious story in the 9-million-copy best-selling classic series from highly regarded author Nick Butterworth!Percy the park keeper and his animal friends are playing hide-and-seek in the park. The fox has found a great hiding place in Percy’s w...

  • Six Tales from Percy's Park

  • Percy's 123

    Learn to count with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this fun first concept book from highly regarded, award-winning author/illustrator Nick Butterworth.Learning to count is much easier when you do it with friends, and in this book chi...

  • ABC

    Learn to the letters of the alphabet with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this fun first concept book from highly regarded, award-winning author/illustrator Nick Butterworth.Learning the letters of the alphabet is much easier when you...

  • Trixie the Witch's Cat

    Trixie the Witch's Cat is a humorous and thought-provoking story about self-acceptance. Children will love the fast-paced and funny story of Trixie, the witch's cat, from picture-book genius Nick Butterworth. Trixie is willing to do anything ...

  • Percy the Park Keeper Nature Trail Activity Book

    Discover nature with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends! A fun-packed spring and summer activity book from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.Learn all about spring and summer in this fun-filled nature activity book.Percy and his an...

  • A Flying Visit

    An exciting picture book about much-loved Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.Percy’s friend, the hedgehog, has always longed to fly but, without wings, it’s an impossible dream. But then, ...

  • One Snowy Night Activity Book

    Join in the fun with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this entertaining activity book based on the international bestseller One Snowy Night!Come and join the winter fun with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends! Make marshmallo...

  • 50 Things to Make and Do with Percy

    Join in the fun with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this entertaining activity book from the creator of One Snowy Night.Percy and his animal friends have made a list of fifty things to make and do in the summer time. Come and join th...

  • Percy and Friends Activity Book

    Join in the fun with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this entertaining activity book from the creator of One Snowy Night.Come and say hello to Percy the park keeper and his animal friends! Make friendship bracelets, grow your own seed...

  • Colours

    Learn the colours of the rainbow with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this fun first concept book from highly regarded, award-winning author/illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.Learning the colours of the rainbow ...

  • Opposites

    Learn about opposites with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this fun first concept book from highly regarded, award-winning author/illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.Learning all about opposites is much easier whe...

  • The Hedgehog's Balloon

    A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.The hedgehog is feeling sad. He loves balloons but they always burst on his spines. Perhaps Percy the park kee...

  • Badger's Bath

    A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.The badger has been doing what badgers do best. Digging. He’s had a lovely day and, as usual when he’s had...

  • Hide-and-Seek!

    From the creator of One Snowy Night comes this entertaining new novelty board book for the youngest of Percy fans!Percy the park keeper is playing hide-and-seek with his animal friends! Who’s hiding in the grass? And who’s hiding under th...

  • One Snowy Night Jigsaw Book

    A beautiful jigsaw gift book featuring Nick Butterworth’s best-loved classic, One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter’s night. Percy discovers that his little friends ...

  • Owl's Lesson

    A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper is always ready to lend his friends a helping hand. When he finds a young bird who canâ€...

  • The Easter Egg Hunt

    From the creator of One Snowy Night comes this entertaining Easter board book for the youngest of Percy fans!Percy the park keeper is hiding Easter eggs around the park for the bunnies to find. But will there be enough for everyone? Count along with ...

  • Once Upon a Journey

    Set sail on a magical adventure, full of surprises, in this exciting new picture book from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper has turned a rusty old car into a “sailing car”, powered by the wind! To celebrate...

  • Tiger's Adventures

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    • Buy Buy

    Tiger the kitten may not be a real tiger, but when he plays... he and his friends have BIG adventures. Add this beautiful picture book bind up of Tiger in the Snow and Tiger to your child's collection....

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Nick Butterworth has published 77 books.

The next book by Nick Butterworth, Once Upon a Journey, will be published in June 2025.

The first book by Nick Butterworth, Nativity Play, was published in November 1985.

Yes. Nick Butterworth has 1 series.
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